Comparison

Pushscroll vs PushBlock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pushscroll

This app transforms screen time addiction into fitness gains by requiring users to complete exercises like pushups to earn scrolling minutes. It helps users reduce phone usage, build muscle, and improve focus through a gamified approach to fitness and digital wellbeing.

Highlights
  • Exercise-based app timer
  • Unlock screen time with pushups, squats, and more
  • Pose detection for accurate rep counting
  • Smart app blocker for addictive apps
  • Guided bodyweight and weight training workouts
  • Apple Health integration for step-based rewards
  • Detailed screen time reports and goal setting
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Turn your screen time addiction into fitness gains! Pushscroll is the revolutionary app that trades pushups for scrolling time - making you look more attractive while breaking your phone addiction. > The Problem: You're wasting YEARS of your life doomscrolling. Studies show the average person spends 5-6 hours daily on their phone. That's 10+ years of your life mindlessly scrolling TikTok, Instagram, and social media. Time you'll never get back. > The Solution: Exercise unlocks screen time. Pushscroll flips your dopamine addiction on its head. Want to scroll? Do pushups first. One pushup = one minute of app time. It's that simple. You'll build an athletic physique while naturally reducing screen time. > Real Results Our Users Experience: - Lost weight and gained muscle from daily pushups - Reduced screen time by 3-4 hours per day - Better sleep, focus, and mental clarity - Replaced social media addiction with fitness habits - More confidence from looking and feeling better > KEY FEATURES: >> Exercise-Based App Timer - Set time limits on any app - Unlock minutes through push-ups, squats, lunges, jumping jacks, diamond push-ups, squat holds, and situps - Can't cheat - we use pose detection to count reps >> Smart App Blocker - Block social media and addictive apps - Screen time control that actually works >> Guided Workouts - Bodyweight, weight training, and recovery / stretching in the Fitness tab - Earn extra app time as you complete them >> Build the Habit - Level up step by step through your Journey - Maintain workout streaks and track your progress - Unlock collectibles and rewards as you go >> Apple Health + Widgets - Earn minutes from your daily steps via Apple Health - Track your streak from your lock screen and home screen >> Digital Wellbeing Tools - Detailed screen time reports - See how much exercise you've earned - Set goals and crush them - Dopamine detox made fun >> Supportive Community - Join thousands glowing up together - Weekly fitness challenges - Share progress and stay motivated > Perfect For: - Anyone struggling with social media addiction - People who procrastinate with their phone - Those wanting to get fit but lacking motivation - Students needing better focus - Professionals seeking productivity - Anyone with ADHD struggling with phone distractions > The Science: Research shows that pairing an unwanted behavior (excessive screen time) with a desired behavior (exercise) is the most effective way to build lasting habits. Pushscroll leverages this psychological principle to transform your relationship with both your phone and your fitness. > Join the Movement: Stop letting social media companies profit from your addiction. Take back control of your time, health, and life. Download Pushscroll today and join our Discord community of people committed to glowing up together. Make the switch. Download Pushscroll now. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION* A Pushscroll SUBSCRIPTION is required to use and enjoy full access to features and content. If you choose a Pushscroll subscription, payment will be charged to your Apple Account after the free trial ends. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your Apple Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. From Apple Account settings you can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your Apple Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. If you subscribe before your trial ends, the remaining free trial period will be forfeited when your purchase is confirmed. Terms: https://pushscroll.com/terms Privacy: https://pushscroll.com/privacy

About

PushBlock

This app blocks distracting applications until you earn back access by completing physical exercises. It uses your device's camera to count reps, turning screen time reduction into a fitness activity.

Highlights
  • Blocks distracting apps using Screen Time
  • Earn screen time by doing pushups
  • Camera counts pushup repetitions
  • Build streaks for consistent usage
  • Customizable app blocking
  • Integrates fitness with screen time reduction
Features
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The only unlock button is your body. PushBlock shields your distracting apps until you earn them back, one pushup at a time. No "tap ignore." No loopholes. If you want in, you work for it. Other blockers ask nicely, and you bypass them in two taps. PushBlock is different: it uses Apple Screen Time to make blocking real, and the only way past the shield is to put your phone down and do a pushup. Your camera counts the reps. You earn the minutes. You spend them on the apps that were eating your day. IMPOSSIBLE TO BYPASS Built on Apple's Screen Time engine. When an app is blocked, it stays blocked, until you earn time the hard way. EARN YOUR SCREEN TIME 1 pushup = 2 minutes. Your camera counts every rep in real time. Bank them into your daily pool and spend them when you choose. GET FIT WHILE YOU CUT BACK Every doomscroll urge becomes a set of pushups. Less screen time, more strength, without thinking about it. BLOCK WHAT STEALS YOUR FOCUS TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit: block everything, or pick your worst offenders. Keep the apps you actually need. BUILD A STREAK Stay under your limit and keep your streak alive. Daily quests keep you honest. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick the apps to block. 2. Try to open one, and PushBlock shields it. 3. Do pushups to earn minutes, then spend them. That's the deal. "I got ripped and lost my social media addiction." "I finally feel free from my phone." "I feel like I got my brain back." You don't quit a habit. You replace it. Download PushBlock and make your phone earn its place in your day. PushBlock requires Screen Time permission to block apps. A subscription unlocks full blocking after a free trial; terms shown in-app. Cancel anytime. If you have any ideas or questions, please email us at hello@mathroda.dev *THE APP REQUIRE A SUBSCRIPTION. TERMS: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pushscroll4 screens
PushBlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pushscroll at 44% against PushBlock's 0%. Pushscroll also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pushscroll sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and PushBlock sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pushscroll holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pushscroll has 18K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Pushscroll's written reviews are positive against 0% of PushBlock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pushscroll ships an update every 2 days, PushBlock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Pushscroll versus PushBlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPushscrollPushBlock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (18K ratings) — better4.4 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews44.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18K — better9
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size191 MB65 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperPushscroll GmbHMouawia Hammo

Customer experience

Pushscroll

All ratings17,977 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews1,045 reviews
Positive44.1%
Neutral9.7%
Negative46.2%

PushBlock

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Pushscroll

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Phone locked due to app
  • Inconsistent time tracking

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add other languages
  • Improve UI

PushBlock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Pushscroll

Subscriptions10
  • Pushscroll Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Pushscroll Access$17.991 Month
  • Pushscroll$22.991 Year
Show 7 more
  • Pushscroll Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Pushscroll3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Pushscroll Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Pushscroll Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Pushscroll Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Pushscroll Yearly$49.991 Year
  • Pushscroll Yearly$59.991 Year
5 purchases

PushBlock

Subscriptions5
  • Pushblock Pro - Weekly$9.997 Days
  • PushBlock Pro - Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Pushblock Pro - Yearly$39.991 Year
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  • PushBlock Pro - Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Pushblock Pro - Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Pushscroll free?
Pushscroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PushBlock free?
PushBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pushscroll or PushBlock?
Pushscroll is rated higher. Pushscroll averages 4.7 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while PushBlock averages 4.4 from 9 ratings.
Do Pushscroll or PushBlock have ads?
Neither Pushscroll nor PushBlock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pushscroll or PushBlock?
Pushscroll ships an update every 2 days, and PushBlock every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pushscroll was updated on November 6, 2026 and PushBlock on November 5, 2026.

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